Senior People Business Partner

Summary

Join Agility Robotics' growing People Operations team as a Sr. People Business Partner, supporting technical teams in strategic people initiatives. This remote (initially SFBA) hybrid role involves collaborating with senior leadership to develop HR strategies aligned with business goals, partnering with managers on performance management and development, and driving HR projects. You will act as a coach, advisor, and change agent, contributing to a positive work environment. The ideal candidate possesses 3-5 years of HRBP experience supporting technical teams in a tech company, strong conflict resolution skills, and the ability to navigate ambiguity. Agility Robotics offers a comprehensive benefits package including 401k matching, equity, full insurance coverage, generous PTO, and various other perks.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Industrial & Labor Relations, Human Resources Management, Human Resources Development, Psychology, Business, etc.) preferred
• 3-5 years of experience supporting technical teams as an HRBP at a tech company, ideally with a mix of both big tech and startup
• Master conflict resoluter: proven expertise in resolving complex interpersonal and team conflicts, using empathy and assertiveness to address issues quickly and effectively
• Comfort navigating ambiguity and adapting to frequent change with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Entrepreneurial spirit
• Proven ability to build credibility with senior leaders and influence key stakeholders to drive alignment across cross-functional teams
• Builds trust, helping to create a positive, collaborative work environment that fosters open communication and mutual respect
• Operates at the highest level of professionalism, confidentiality and personal integrity
• Detailed, organized and communicative and thrives in a multi-tasking, hands-on collaborative environment
• Great sense of humor
• Ability to travel 10%
• Willingness to work hybrid in the office 3 days a week
• Authorization to work in the USA

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior leadership to understand business goals and develop HR strategies that support those objectives
• Influence and contribute to the business strategy by providing insights on people trends and their impact on business performance
• Drive the integration and alignment of HR initiatives with business plans
• Provide strategic business partnership, thought partnership, and coaching to all levels of the organization
• Collaborate with managers to ensure performance expectations align with organizational objectives and goals
• Partner with managers on individual development plans and performance strategies, helping define expectations and instill accountability
• Monitor and analyze performance metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement
• Assesses employee training and development needs based on business strategy in order to help close gaps between current and future skills
• Responsible for identifying and assessing training program needs for all levels of the organization, determining viable vendors if necessary or designing and developing new training courses as needed
• Evaluate and enhance remote and hybrid work environments and resources to support employee well-being, work-life balance, and a collaborative atmosphere
• Monitor employee feedback and culture-related metrics to continuously improve and adapt cultural initiatives based on the needs and experiences of the workforce
• Identify opportunities for process and system enhancements, provide recommendations for improvement and execute
• Contribute to the development and implementation of HR strategies, policies, and processes, ensuring consistency across the organization

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field
• Startup experience required, mix of both big tech and startup is preferred

Benefits

• 401(k) Plan: Includes a 6% company match
• Equity: Company stock options
• Insurance Coverage: 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, and short/long-term disability insurance for employees
• Benefit Start Date: Eligible for benefits on your first day of employment
• Well-Being Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Time Off: Exempt Employees: Flexible, unlimited PTO and 10 company holidays, including a winter shutdown
• Time Off: Non-Exempt Employees: 10 vacation days, paid sick leave, and 10 company holidays, including a winter shutdown, annually
• On-Site Perks: Catered lunches four times a week and a variety of healthy snacks and refreshments at our Salem and Pittsburgh locations
• Parental Leave: Generous paid parental leave programs
• Work Environment: A culture that supports flexible work arrangements
• Growth Opportunities: Professional development and tuition reimbursement programs
• Relocation Assistance: Provided for eligible roles